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This is one of a series of ten images, (PHIL# 9144 – 9153), depicting one of LifeSpan® Furnishing's line of chairs, designed to make sitting down and rising safer and easier, and sitting more comfortable and supportive. An elderly woman was in the process of sitting down, and was using the chair arms to stabilize this activity. These chairs combined aesthetics and function, and were more comfortable for most people, benefiting those who would care for others, by reducing physical exertion and stress needed when assisting others. The user could take advantage of the extended arms for stability when lowering or rising from a seated position. Close attention was paid to many small details including the non-skid rubber feet, and the elimination of pinch points and sharp edges. The LifeSpan® seating product line included four different designs, all based on an extended arm and leg concept that provided users with better leverage and support.“The CUD conducts original research to learn what design solutions are appropriate for the widest diversity of users, and what tools are most useful to practitioners wishing to successfully practice universal design.”

Universal Design Principles/Guidelines:

- Make the design appealing to all users

- Facilitate the user's accuracy and precision

- Arrange elements to minimize hazards and errors: most used elements, most accessible; hazardous elements eliminated, isolated, or shielded

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